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Ruch Outdoor Community School

156 Upper Applegate Rd
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 188 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ruch Outdoor Community School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 188 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 30% in OR
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

School Overview

Ruch Outdoor Community School's student population of 188 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar
School Motto
Proud to be a Responsible Individual Dedicated to Excellence (PRIDE)
School Mascot
Cougar

School Rankings

Ruch Outdoor Community School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruch Outdoor Community School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OR)
#316 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
35-39%
31%
50-54%
44%
30-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
82%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ruch Outdoor Community School's ranking?
Ruch Outdoor Community School is ranked #316 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Ruch Outdoor Community School?
188 students attend Ruch Outdoor Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ruch Outdoor Community School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruch Outdoor Community School?
Ruch Outdoor Community School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ruch Outdoor Community School offer ?
Ruch Outdoor Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruch Outdoor Community School part of?
Ruch Outdoor Community School is part of Medford SD 549c School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 188 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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